1995 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1995 Isuzu Trooper has manual transmission. 1995 Isuzu Trooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Isuzu Trooper | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Sorento |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |